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7T MRI shows path to MS progression
April 9, 2019 -- Add another clue for unraveling the mystery that is multiple sclerosis (MS). After using 7-tesla MRI to assess lesions in the brain's gray matter, researchers have found that the imaging technique could predict progression of the debilitating disease, according to a study published online April 9 in Radiology.
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April 9, 2019 -- Add another clue for unraveling the mystery that is multiple sclerosis (MS). After using 7-tesla MRI to assess lesions in the brain's gray matter, researchers have found that the imaging technique could predict progression of the debilitating disease, according to a study published online April 9 in Radiology.
Discuss AIUM: Ultrasound ergonomics key to quality care
April 9, 2019 -- ORLANDO, FL - Ultrasound ergonomics is key to quality patient care because if sonographers aren't healthy, the quality of their service suffers, according to a presentation Monday at the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) meeting.
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April 9, 2019 -- ORLANDO, FL - Ultrasound ergonomics is key to quality patient care because if sonographers aren't healthy, the quality of their service suffers, according to a presentation Monday at the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) meeting.
Discuss The value of the CIIP: Part 3 -- Radiologist support
April 9, 2019 -- The healthcare industry trend to consolidate enterprise IT support can result in unmet departmental needs and increased costs if subject matter experts aren't available to help clinicians. In the third installment of his article series, certified imaging informatics professional (CIIP) Luke Bideaux shows how a CIIP's skills in radiologist support can positively affect operational outcomes and help avoid costly system overhauls.
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April 9, 2019 -- The healthcare industry trend to consolidate enterprise IT support can result in unmet departmental needs and increased costs if subject matter experts aren't available to help clinicians. In the third installment of his article series, certified imaging informatics professional (CIIP) Luke Bideaux shows how a CIIP's skills in radiologist support can positively affect operational outcomes and help avoid costly system overhauls.
Discuss ACP pushes breast cancer screening start from 40 to 50
April 8, 2019 -- The American College of Physicians (ACP) has shifted its guidance on breast screening to a more conservative approach. The ACP is now recommending that women should start breast cancer screening at the age of 50, not 40, and attend every other year, according to new guidance published April 8 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
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April 8, 2019 -- The American College of Physicians (ACP) has shifted its guidance on breast screening to a more conservative approach. The ACP is now recommending that women should start breast cancer screening at the age of 50, not 40, and attend every other year, according to new guidance published April 8 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Discuss AIUM: QUS shows promise for diagnostic ultrasound
April 8, 2019 -- ORLANDO, FL - Quantitative ultrasound (QUS) shows promise as an emerging mode for clinical ultrasound, offering more specific data compared with conventional ultrasound exams, according to a lecture delivered Monday at the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) meeting.
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April 8, 2019 -- ORLANDO, FL - Quantitative ultrasound (QUS) shows promise as an emerging mode for clinical ultrasound, offering more specific data compared with conventional ultrasound exams, according to a lecture delivered Monday at the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) meeting.
Discuss 3 ways cinematic rendering helps visualize the spleen
April 8, 2019 -- Cinematic rendering allowed radiologists from Johns Hopkins University to uncover key features of spleen anatomy and pathology not evident on conventional CT scans -- carving out yet another niche role for the technique, which they detailed in an article recently published online in Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging.
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April 8, 2019 -- Cinematic rendering allowed radiologists from Johns Hopkins University to uncover key features of spleen anatomy and pathology not evident on conventional CT scans -- carving out yet another niche role for the technique, which they detailed in an article recently published online in Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging.
Discuss Are too many patients getting MRI scans for back pain?
April 8, 2019 -- Too many patients may be getting MRI scans for lower back pain, according to a study published in the April issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology. The researchers tracked the number of MRI scans performed before conservative treatment takes place, a practice considered to be a sign of inappropriate use.
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April 8, 2019 -- Too many patients may be getting MRI scans for lower back pain, according to a study published in the April issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology. The researchers tracked the number of MRI scans performed before conservative treatment takes place, a practice considered to be a sign of inappropriate use.
Discuss SBI: Don't overlook men when it comes to breast cancer
April 8, 2019 -- The incidence of male breast cancer is rising, making it important to recognize risk factors and assess imaging use patterns to find the disease early, according to research presented April 5 at the Society for Breast Imaging (SBI) meeting in Hollywood, FL.
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April 8, 2019 -- The incidence of male breast cancer is rising, making it important to recognize risk factors and assess imaging use patterns to find the disease early, according to research presented April 5 at the Society for Breast Imaging (SBI) meeting in Hollywood, FL.
Discuss CT lung screening uptake lags in rural areas
April 5, 2019 -- U.S. regions with the greatest proportion of smokers eligible for CT lung cancer screening often provide the least access to the exam -- underscoring the maldistribution of CT screening centers in the country, according to an article published in the April issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
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April 5, 2019 -- U.S. regions with the greatest proportion of smokers eligible for CT lung cancer screening often provide the least access to the exam -- underscoring the maldistribution of CT screening centers in the country, according to an article published in the April issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
Discuss 5 ways artificial intelligence can augment clinicians
April 5, 2019 -- Artificial intelligence (AI) can augment the work of clinicians in five key areas: prognosis, diagnosis, treatment, workflow, and expanding the availability of clinical expertise, according to a review article published April 4 in the New England Journal of Medicine. But key challenges remain.
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April 5, 2019 -- Artificial intelligence (AI) can augment the work of clinicians in five key areas: prognosis, diagnosis, treatment, workflow, and expanding the availability of clinical expertise, according to a review article published April 4 in the New England Journal of Medicine. But key challenges remain.
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